Houoto 642-2150V Pool Drain Covers Recalled
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About 595 Houoto 642-2150V Pool Drain Covers sold on Amazon are recalled for violating the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act, posing entrapment and drowning hazards.
What this CPSC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by CPSC on July 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The CPSC has announced a recall of Houoto 642-2150V Pool Drain Covers because they do not bear required product markings in violation of the mandatory safety standard under the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA). The covers also fail to meet safety requirements as they are missing statements regarding service life and installation and maintenance instructions, posing a risk of serious injury or death from entrapment and drowning hazards.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves Houoto 642-2150V Pool Drain Covers sold for use in swimming pools. The drain covers measure 7-5/8 inches in diameter with screw hole spacing of 7 inches. They are white and made of ABS plastic. The brand and model number can be found on the product's order receipt. Approximately 595 units were sold online at Amazon.com from January 2026 through May 2026 for about $18 by Prosperity goes straight up.
What You Should Do
Pool owners, pool operators and consumers should stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers immediately. To receive a refund, consumers must remove the drain cover from the pool, destroy or render it unusable, write "Recalled" in permanent marker on the cover, and send a photo of the marked cover to houoto@163.com. Consumers should ensure all pools and spas have VGBA-compliant drain covers.
Why This Matters
The recalled drain covers violate federal safety standards under the VGBA and create a risk of serious injury or death from entrapment and drowning.
Source
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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